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    Published: Feb 2, 2021 · Modified: Feb 17, 2023 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 9 Comments

    Blueberry Banana Muffins

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    Skip the box mix and make them fresh! These are the best Blueberry Banana Muffins, and they are 100% worth the extra 5 minutes they'll take to make!

    A closeup vertical photo of breakfast muffins with blueberry and banana flavor with a cooling rack and a blue napkin.

    When you have overripe bananas on hand and blueberries are fresh and in season, whipping up a batch of homemade blueberry banana muffins is a no-brainer!

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    • The ingredient list:
    • Kitchen tools and equipment needed:
    • Tips for making blueberry banana muffins from scratch?
    • Can the baked muffins be frozen? 
    • Are Homemade Blueberry Banana Muffins good for you?
    • Health benefits of blueberries:
    • Health benefits of bananas:
    • Can you store overripe bananas in the freezer?
    • How to fold one ingredient into another ingredient:
    • Additional blueberry and/or banana recipes:
    • How to make a homemade buttermilk substitute. (shown below)
    • Printable Recipe Card
    • Please comment if you've made this recipe.

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    A closeup vertical image of two Blueberry Banana Muffins on a blue plate with fresh blueberries and bananas in the background.

    The ingredient list:

    • fresh blueberries 
    • overripe bananas 
    • milk or buttermilk (see below for homemade buttermilk)
    • lemon juice or cider vinegar (omit if using buttermilk)
    • light-colored oil (canola, vegetable, grapeseed, coconut)
    • brown sugar 
    • pure vanilla extract
    • lemon zest
    • all-purpose flour 
    • baking powder
    • baking soda
    • salt

    Recipe for buttermilk alternative

    Kitchen tools and equipment needed:

    • mixing bowls
    • measuring cups and spoons
    • muffin tin
    • batter scoop
    • wooden spoons
    • pastry blender (or forks, for mashing bananas)
    • lemon zester
    • whisk
    • cooling rack
    • kitchen timer
    Hand holding a half of a blueberry banana muffin.

    Tips for making blueberry banana muffins from scratch?

    • Tossing the fresh blueberries in a touch of flour before adding them to the batter will ensure that the blueberries stay suspended in the batter and won't sink to the bottom of the muffins.
    • Using buttermilk (or a homemade buttermilk substitute, as I do) will give your muffins a tender crumb, and a very light tang in flavor which will complement the fresh blueberry and banana flavor.
    • Using an ice cream scoop will help your muffins be all the same size.
    • Sifting the dry ingredients first, and then adding them into the wet ingredients will keep your muffins light and airy in texture.
    • Gently stirring the blueberries into the batter will keep the berries from breaking and turning the batter blue'ish in color.
    • Stir just until the batter comes together. Overstirring the dough will make the muffins tougher in texture.

    Can the baked muffins be frozen? 

    YES! You can either wrap your muffins individually or together in zip-top bags.

    Make sure the muffins are completely cool before wrapping and freezing them.

    They can be frozen up to 2 months.

    Overhead picture of 23 golden brown muffins on a cooling rack with a blue napkin.

    Are Homemade Blueberry Banana Muffins good for you?

    Homemade foods are ALWAYS better for you than the packaged variety of foods you can purchase in the grocery store.

    By making blueberry banana muffins at home, you will control the freshness of ingredients and there is no need for preservatives or additives to make them shelf-stable.

    Health benefits of blueberries:

    • Blueberries are low in calories and high in nutrients. An entire cup contains only 85 calories and 15 grams of carbohydrates.
    • Blueberries are considered the king of anti-oxidants.
    • Blueberries reduce DNA damage which may help protect against cancer and aging.
    • Blueberries may reduce blood pressure.
    • Blueberries can help maintain brain function and protect memory.

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    Health benefits of bananas:

    • Bananas are chock full of B6, vitamin C, dietary fiber, and manganese.
    • Bananas are also full of potassium which is good for your heart health and blood pressure.
    • They can also aid in digestion and help with gastrointestinal issues.
    • Bananas give you energy without the fat and cholesterol.

    Read more about the health benefits of bananas.

    Vertical image of a blueberry banana muffin on a blue and white plate with bananas, muffins, and blueberries in the background.

    Can you store overripe bananas in the freezer?

    • Yes! I always have frozen, overripe bananas in my freezer.
    • It's best practice to take the bananas out of their peels before freezing or they will produce too much liquid once thawed.
    • Place the overripe bananas in a zip-top bag or freezer safe container and freeze for up to 4 months.
    • Bananas may be mashed before freezing.

    How to fold one ingredient into another ingredient:

    Additional blueberry and/or banana recipes:

    • 66 Recipes for Using OverRipe Bananas from Crazy for Crust
    • Banana Bread Crumb Cake from Cookies and Crumbs
    • Blueberry Buckle from Spend with Pennies
    • Blueberry Cream Cheese Dump Cake from Call Me PMc
    • Golden Almond Cake with Fresh Blueberry Compote from (yours truly) Kudos Kitchen
    • Gluten-Free Tropical Banana Bread (shown below) from (yours truly) Kudos Kitchen

    Vertical image of two slices of banana bread on a blue plate with a fork

    How to make a homemade buttermilk substitute. (shown below)

    An overhead photo of homemade buttermilk in a glass measuring cup.
    • Add 1 tablespoon of cider vinegar or fresh lemon juice per 1 cup of milk.
    • Stir.
    • Allow it to sit for 2 -3 minutes.
    • Ready!
    Closeup picture of rows of homemade muffins on a cooling rack with a blue napkin.

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    Cooling rack loaded with blueberry muffins and a blue napkin

    Blueberry Banana Muffins

    Renee Goerger
    Skip the box mix and make them fresh! The best homemade buttermilk blueberry banana muffins are 100% with the extra 5 minutes they'll take to make!
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 30 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast and Brunch
    Cuisine American
    Servings 24 muffins
    Calories 142 kcal

    Equipment

    • standard muffin tin
    • muffin liners optional
    • baking spray
    • Mixing Bowls
    • measuring cups and spoons
    • whisk
    • wooden spoon
    • spatula
    • cooling rack
    • large scoop optional
    • pastry blender optional
    • kitchen timer
    • cake tester optional

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 cups blueberries
    • 3 overripe bananas mashed
    • 1 cup milk or buttermilk
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (omit if using buttermilk)
    • ½ cup grapeseed oil or canola or vegetable oil
    • 1 cup brown sugar
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
    • 2½ cups all-purpose flour plus 1 tablespoon for tossing the blueberries
    • 1½ teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • ½ teaspoon salt
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350-degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius)
    • Spray a muffin tin with baking spray. Set aside. 
    • **Note - Muffin liners may be used, but they aren't necessary.
    • Gently toss the blueberries with 1 tablespoon flour and set aside.
    • In a small bowl, stir together the milk and lemon juice (if NOT using buttermilk). Set aside for 2-3 minutes.
    • In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, buttermilk OR buttermilk substitute, eggs, oil, brown sugar, vanilla, and lemon zest.
    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the 2½ cups all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
    • Add the dry ingredients into the wet, banana mixture and stir gently.
    • Add the flour-coated blueberries to the muffin batter and gently fold them into the batter just until the blueberries are incorporated. Do not overmix.
    • Use an ice-cream scoop or large spoon to fill the muffin tins ¾'s full with the muffin batter.
    • Bake in a preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the muffins are golden and when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
    • Cool for 10 minutes, and then run a knife around each muffin to loosen them from the tin.
    • Turn all the muffins out onto a cooling rack and cool completely.

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    Notes

    Store the baked muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days. 
    Store the baked muffins in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
    Store the baked muffins in an airtight freezer container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1muffinCalories: 142kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 2gFat: 5gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 108mgSugar: 10g

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    1. Catherine says

      September 10, 2022 at 5:37 pm

      Can you use frozen blueberries?

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      • Renée says

        September 11, 2022 at 7:45 am

        Hi, Catherine!
        You can use frozen blueberries, but I wouldn't allow them to be completely thawed. Still slightly frozen would be best, and then stir them ever so gently into the batter so they don't turn the batter purple.
        I hope this helps.
        Renee

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    2. Helen Leonard says

      January 24, 2020 at 6:41 pm

      5 stars
      Just made these and they are delicious.

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    3. Jennifer Farley says

      March 18, 2019 at 9:20 am

      5 stars
      Delicious flavor combo! Great recipe!

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      • Renée says

        March 18, 2019 at 9:58 am

        Thank you so much, Jennifer!

        Reply
        • Harry says

          May 23, 2019 at 11:36 am

          Mind blowing and delicious recipe. Good

        • Renée says

          May 23, 2019 at 11:48 am

          Thank you! Glad you think so!

    4. Sarah says

      March 18, 2019 at 9:18 am

      5 stars
      Blueberry season will be here before we know it!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        March 18, 2019 at 9:59 am

        It's my favorite season!

        Reply

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